5-Piece Bomba dance Set
Puerto Rican ensemble celebrated for its pure‑white elegance, flowing movement, and cultural symbolism. Designed for folkloric dance, stage presentations, school events, and heritage celebrations, this 5‑piece set captures the essence of Puerto Rican identity with its refined, monochromatic aesthetic.
Includes
Blouse: white blouse featuring a soft, off‑the‑shoulder neckline and a double ruffle trimmed with openwork lace. The handcrafted lace detail adds texture, femininity, and traditional charm—perfect for expressive upper‑body movement during dance.
Circular Skirt A long, designed for dramatic flair and full range of motion. Its wide, gathered hem ruffle enhances the skirt’s weight and flow, allowing dancers to lift, frame, and shape the fabric during Bomba dance performances. The fullness of the skirt creates the iconic visual rhythm associated with Puerto Rican folkloric dance.
Lace‑Trimmed Waist Sash A wide white sash or waistband adorned with lace, offering structure and silhouette definition while maintaining the costume’s clean, monochromatic look.
White Bead or Pearl Necklace A long strand of white beads or pearls that drapes elegantly over the blouse, reinforcing the costume’s soft, refined aesthetic.
White Floral Headpiece A large white flower—traditionally worn to one side of the head—symbolizing grace, femininity, and Puerto Rican cultural pride. On mannequins, it may be positioned at the shoulder for display.
Cultural Significance
This all‑white ensemble represents purity, tradition, and ancestral heritage, often worn in the Batey where communities gather to dance to the rhythm of the barriles (drums). Its movement, simplicity, and symbolism make it a staple in Pleana y Bomba Dance, school cultural programs, parades, and heritage festivals.
Measurements / Medidas
Blouse Width (Flat Measurement) / Ancho de la Blusa
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Small: 32"
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Medium: 34"
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Large: 36"
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X‑Large: 38"
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2X: 39"
Skirt Measurements / Medidas de la Falda
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Length (all sizes): 38"
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Elastic waistband:
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Small, Medium, Large: 23" wide, extends to 37"
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X‑Large, 2X: 24" wide, extends to 40"
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Fabric / Tela
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100% Cotton / 100% Algodón
